US Bridges

KY9009 over Cow Creek

Good

Magoffin County, Kentucky · 5 MI East of Morgan Cl · Structure no. 077B00100N

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,478
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY9009 over Cow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying KY9009 over Cow Creek in Magoffin County, Kentucky. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,478 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,478 by 2035. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.

CarriesKY9009
CrossesCow Creek
Location5 MI East of Morgan Cl
RouteState Highway 9009
Coordinates37.75028, -83.16861
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadGreater than HL 93
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,478 (2015)
Projected traffic4,478 by 2035
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY9009 over Cow Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY9009 over Cow Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does KY9009 over Cow Creek carry?

About 4,478 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is KY9009 over Cow Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns KY9009 over Cow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.